The Other Blumenthal Scandal

Vietnam deception reflects his public character.

Updated May 21, 2010 12:01 a.m. ET

Richard Blumenthal, the Democratic Senatorial candidate from Connecticut, is in trouble this week for lying about having fought in Vietnam. The former Marine reservist admits he "misspoke" on several occasions about his military service and is otherwise unapologetic, but the revelation has thrown open a race that Mr. Blumenthal appeared to have in the bag.

Since Connecticut voters are suddenly focused on Mr. Blumenthal's résumé, they might also like to learn more about his record in public life. Since 1991, Mr....